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Governor Ron DeSantis’ Statement on Appeal by Former Broward Sheriff Scott Israel

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Statement from Governor Ron DeSantis’ office:

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis filed a request with the 4th District Court of Appeal asking for expedited consideration that would send the case of the Governor’s removal of Scott Israel to the Florida Supreme Court for a final ruling.

Yesterday, the Broward Circuit Court ruled in favor of Governor DeSantis recognizing his authority to suspend former Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel for neglect of duty and incompetence which was appealed by Israel in the 4th DCA.

Governor DeSantis issued the following statement regarding the appeal by Israel:

“Scott Israel continues to live in denial,” said Governor DeSantis. “The court has recognized my authority as governor to suspend him for neglect of duty and incompetence and this appeal is just his latest delay tactic. I have filed a request with the Fourth DCA asking for expedited consideration to move this case to the Florida Supreme Court for a final ruling so that the Senate can resume the process of formally removing him.”

Broward Circuit Judge Upholds Governor’s Authority to Suspend Scott Israel

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Governor Ron DeSantis reacts to Judge David Haimes ruling against former Broward Sheriff Scott Israel:

Today, Broward Circuit Court Judge David Haimes upheld Governor Ron DeSantis’ authority to suspend former Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel for neglect of duty and incompetence. The Governor’s office also sent a letter to the Florida Senate requesting it to continue the removal hearing process in an expedited manner.

 

“I am pleased that the court recognizes my authority as governor to suspend a public official for reasons of neglect of duty and incompetence,” said Governor DeSantis. “Now, I will ask the Senate to move forward with the process of the formal removal of Scott Israel. Broward County deserves professional law enforcement leadership that will safeguard the best interests of the community and work diligently for the protection of life.”